The release of US economic data has shifted due to a brief government shutdown. The non-farm payroll report, delayed to Feb 11, will now come out around the same time as CPI inflation figures—a rare overlap likely to increase market uncertainty.
Market expectations for January job additions range from 60,000 to 80,000. A lower-than-expected number could revive talks of rate cuts. Meanwhile, seasonal price movements in early-year consumption and services will be closely watched.
A combination of weak employment and persistent inflation could weigh heavily on sentiment.What’s your take on this clustered data release? How might the Fed respond? Share your insights and strategies below!
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